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The month of September is always busy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make time for a little family fun. The calendar is packed with concerts, food festivals, historical walks, seasonal festivities and more. Check your calendar and schedule an appointment to enjoy the beautiful Cumberland Valley.

Find a complete list of events and other things to see and do at VisitCumberlandValley.com.

MUSIC EVENTS:

Music in the Garden on Pomfret Street – Sep 5, 12, 19 & 26

BYOB and listen to free, live music every Saturday evening on Pomfret Street in downtown Carlisle. Be sure to bring your chairs too!

Hear music fill the air at the 2nd Annual Mugs & Music event in Mechanicsburg. Take in the sights and sounds of downtown as you explore local boutique shops, museums, and galleries.

The Orchestra - Starring ELO and ELO Part 2 former members @ The Luhrs Center – Sep 26

Many recall the original Electric Light Orchestra as a powerhouse stadium and arena band who toured between 1971 and 1986. ELO Part 2 toured from 1990 through 2000. The Orchestra has retained the unmistakable sound that fans have enjoyed.

FOOD FESTIVALS:

Smoke in the Park @ Memorial Park Lemoyne – Sep 25 & 26

Come see competitors compete in a PA State Barbecue Championship sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society. Also enjoy music, vendors and food throughout the event.

30th Annual New Cumberland Apple Festival @ Borough Park – Sep 26

Hosted by the New Cumberland Olde Towne Association, this event features homemade crafts, vendors, foods, an apple pie contest and entertainment.

OUTDOORS EVENTS:

Fall Harvest Days @ Ashcombe Farm & Greenhouse – Sep 19-27

Children of all ages will enjoy Ashcombe’s expanded field area with more games, a corn maze, a giant slide, hayrides, swings, corn boxes, pick-your-own pumpkins and more.

Kayak Long Pine Run Reservoir @ Michaux State Forest – Sep 20

Novice and experienced paddlers are welcome to participate in a relaxed 1.5 hour exploration of this quiet reservoir. Single kayaks, paddles and life vests are provided.